The American Association of Exporters & Importers

AAEI is the premier trade organization representing those immediately engaged in and directly impacted by developments pertaining to international trade. We are recognized as technical experts regarding the day-to-day facilitation of trade.

We Make Global Trade Happen

AAEI member representatives are international trade compliance professionals who are responsible for complying with all U.S. laws governing the import and export of goods. Increasingly, they are responsible for corporate trade compliance on a global level in every country the company operates.

Promoting Sharing, Networking and Collaboration

AAEI committees and events provide members unparalleled opportunities to work with some of the top global trade professionals in the United States. Together, AAEI members work to help shape US trade policy and share trade operations practices.

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Lighthizer Confirmed for USTR

The US Senate confirmed Robert Lighthizer for United States Trade Representative on May 11, 2017 with a bipartisan vote of 82-14. Lighthizer is a trade attorney and a partner with the law firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom. His career experience includes serving as deputy trade representative during the Reagan Administration. President Trump ...

AAEI is the premier trade organization representing those immediately engaged in and directly impacted by the developments pertaining to international trade. We are recognized as technical experts regarding the day-to-day facilitation of trade. Read More